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Temperatures set to rise across the country
The North Island, Te Ika-a-Māui, might see frosty conditions tomorrow.
Kiwis listed second in countries rated by return to normality during Covid
The Economist has developed a 'normalcy index', which ranks nations by their progress.
Water restored to Grenada Village following burst water main
People have been asked to avoid using tap water.
A chocolate lovers' paradise: New festival set to delight Wellington
Chocolate cocktails, beer made with cocoa nibs, and chocolate calzone are on the menu.
No firm commitment from Wellington and Auckland mayors to run again
Lianne Dalziel won't be running again, while Andy Foster and Phil Goff remain undecided.
Wellington restaurant already affected by Covid-19 traveller visit burgled overnight
Cuba St's Floriditas is having to make do while 19 staff are in isolation.
Family inspired by legacy after 'heartbreaking situation'
"We were inspired by his legacy to create something for future generations."
Around 100 children admitted to Wellington Hospital with respiratory illnesses this month
Health boards are investigating increasing capacity at Wellington's three hospitals.
Live: Swells in Wellington are expected to reach just under 5 metres
Motorists are asked to remain cautious on the South Coast.
Parking time limits extended in Wellington after arts sector complaint
An open letter was signed by 16 groups including the NZSO and Royal New Zealand Ballet.
Audit NZ not happy with Wellington City Council's 10-year-budget
The council doesn't know enough about the state of its water pipes.
Nanaia Mahuta outlines Three Waters fix for 'system in crisis'
Minister says change is needed to avoid a 'legacy of costs' for future generations.
'What are you doing here?': Bus driver kicks off 10yo girl
A bus driver dumped a schoolgirl off in an unfamiliar suburb after she missed her stop.
Covid-19: Wellington rejoices at move to alert level 1
From 11.59pm tonight Wellington will move down to alert level 1.
Evacuations in Wellington: Waves will be at their strongest at 9pm - mayor
Last year similar waves washed over homes, broke windows, and caused flooding.
Parts of Queensland plunged into snap three-day lockdown
The pause on the travel bubble with New Zealand will be reviewed next week Tuesday.
Snow in Wellington, giant wave warning - storm surging north
Low temperatures, snow and large waves unleashed across New Zealand today.
'Stay off the water': Two kayakers found safe after missing off Wellington coast
'It's absolutely nuts being out in those kind of weather conditions.' - Wellington mayor.
Wellington's chief infrastructure officer quits
The role is critical as it oversees the capital's crumbling water infrastructure.
Horowhenua residents urged to limit water usage after major rainfall
Consistent rainfall in the Lower North Island has put water treatment plants under stress.
Wave warning: Flooding, damage possible for coastal Wellington
Huge waves forecast to slam into Wellington's south coast tomorrow could top 6m.
Aussie Covid crisis: 18 new cases in NSW, including 2 students
Cabinet to review bubble pause today, tourism sector calls for vaccination to speed up.
Big swells are set to hit Wellington's south coast
MetService has issued a Heavy Swell Warning for between 6am Tuesday and 11pm Wednesday.
Manawatū River close to floodgate limit
The latest information from Horizons is that an opening of Moutoa floodgates now unlikely.
Covid scare in capital: Partner's positive test shows need for more results
Results from locations the Sydney couple visited in Wellington are critical, expert warns.
Te Papa set to re-open tomorrow
National museum will reopen on Tuesday after becoming a location of interest last week.
Level 2 extended in Wellington; Hipkins foreshadows pre-departure testing
A vaccinated health worker who tested weak positive for Covid has since tested negative.
Capital may have dodged Covid bullet, but no time to relax, experts say
Experts call for vigilance, as symptoms from any infections would start showing now.
'We've closed the doors': Divorce lawyers face post-lockdown surge in cases
Lawyers estimate inquiries for divorce are up 20 per cent since pre-Covid times.
Migrant sex workers too vulnerable to report assaults, says victim
Bianca Beebe says most are too scared of being kicked out to report a crime.
Covid latest: Aussie travellers placed into MIQ, one 'detected by Customs'
Update comes after confirmation Sydney to Wellington traveller has Delta variant.
Man arrested in relation to assault at New World Chaffers car park
An arrest has been made following a serious assault in a New World car park in Wellington.
Wellington marathoners hit with third Covid-19 postponement
Some runners were clocking up 200km a week, and organisers had spent thousands.